Stations balnéaires en Calabre

Coastal Escapes in Calabria

Calabria’s coastline along the Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas features a diverse landscape of granite cliffs, white sand beaches, and strategic maritime hubs. This selection spans from the iconic coves of Capo Vaticano and the dramatic rock formations of Tropea to the functional marinas of the Strait of Messina. It includes unique natural landmarks like the sea-bound olive tree of Palmi and essential transport links like Villa San Giovanni, providing a comprehensive overview of the region's maritime character.

Coastal Escapes in Calabria — Carte

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Villa San Giovanni Porto Turistico

Marina and primary ferry terminal connecting mainland Italy to Sicily across the Strait of Messina.

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Spiaggia Formicoli

Sandy beach near Ricadi characterized by shallow waters and views of the Aeolian Islands.

Mac9 / CC BY-SA 2.5

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Grotticelle

Series of three white sand coves in Capo Vaticano, framed by granite cliffs and Mediterranean scrub.

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Spiaggia del Cannone

Small, secluded beach in Tropea situated between the San Leonardo rock and the northern cliffs.

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Spiaggia di Riaci

Beach near Santa Domenica featuring the Scoglio di Riaci, a large calcarenite rock formation.

Jacopo Werther / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Porto di Saline Joniche

Maritime infrastructure in Montebello Jonico, originally constructed to serve the local industrial area.

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Beach

Coastal area named for two distinctive circular openings in the rock face that resemble spectacles.

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L'Ulivarella

Beach in Palmi distinguished by a lone, centuries-old olive tree growing atop a rock in the sea.

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Sunset Beach Club

Seasonal beach club and restaurant located on the Tonnara di Palmi beach.

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Calajunco Yacht Club

Beach club and venue situated on the Lungomare Falcomatà in Reggio Calabria.